The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) has launched a dedicated online portal, https://suggestions.smvdsbimog.org/#/museum, for the proposed International Goddess Museum, marking a significant step towards developing a world-class spiritual and cultural institution. The decision was approved during the 76th Board meeting chaired by Lt Governor Manoj Sinha, Chairman of SMVDSB.
The proposed museum is envisioned as a center of international standards dedicated to the spiritual, cultural, and historical dimensions of the Divine Feminine and the revered Shakti tradition. The Board has invited suggestions and expert inputs from scholars, historians, architects, museum professionals, and spiritual practitioners to help shape the museum's vision, design, and content.
According to CEO Sachin Kumar Vaishya, the portal will serve as a collaborative platform for institutions and domain experts to share research-based inputs, thematic proposals, and archival references. He emphasized that the initiative aims to ensure authenticity, scholarly depth, and modern presentation standards while preserving the sanctity of the Holy Shrine.
The museum will showcase the heritage of Maa Vaishno Devi using immersive technologies, interactive galleries, and curated exhibitions. It will also document the history of the pilgrimage and the philosophy of Shakti worship within the broader framework of Sanatan Dharma.
The project is expected to enhance the cultural profile of the pilgrimage and further enrich the spiritual experience of devotees visiting Katra.